UNKNOWN CHALLEGES Behind Appalachian Trail Maintenance and YOUR ROLE

[@vshybeej8756]

What an incredible interview series. Thanks so very much to Joe Morris and to you also. Much appreciated. This has been a very informative interview. Thanks for taking the time to do this.

[@Ramdinohikes]

Glad you liked it.

[@mhelen7360]

I've enjoyed this interview series so much, Ramdino, and I'm only an armchair hiker. I can just imagine how helpful it has been for those who are involved with the AT.

[@Ramdinohikes]

Tks for being part of the community

[@dabrigley]

Another great interview with Joe Morris. Again, Morris has perfectly described the intricacies of trailwork and the bureaucracy that trail workers and clubs have to deal with. Nice to see the GMC's Dave Hardy get a mention. He was a long-time friend of mine. I have maintained part of the AT in NH's Whites for 30+ years.

[@Ramdinohikes]

Thanks for the great work you do in NH.

[@joemorris5083]

Bob has always had great things to say about Dave Hardy..... Legend....great reputation as a rock specialist and teacher

[@SirStopsAlot]

Hey Ramdino Thank you to both you and Joe for this information and thank you Eastman Club for the work restoring trail. I'm eager to come out and support the crew with some hot food. Keep up the great work and hopfully I'll see ya soon. Safe Trails, Stops

[@Ramdinohikes]

Appreciate that! See you on the trail.

[@diannemccormick1650]

First thing I did after I finished the AT was to volunteer to maintain a trail section. I too live too far from the AT, but the Mid State Trail in PA is close by. My husband and I have maintained a 4 1/2 mile section for 12 years. I appreciate good trail and every trail needs volunteers! Give back!

[@Ramdinohikes]

That’s amazing! It’s great to hear you’re giving back to the trails. Volunteer work like yours makes such a big difference in keeping these paths beautiful for everyone!

[@melshea2276]

Thanks for the awesome video and Happy New Year!😊

[@Ramdinohikes]

You're welcome! Happy New Year!

[@katherinecollins9636]

I am planning on thru hiking the A T in 3 years. In the interim I am hopefully getting involved in maintenance in northern Maine.

[@Ramdinohikes]

That's great

[@gregpargellis4358]

@@katherinecollins9636 get on the matc website, they have opportunities for new privy’s, shelter maintenance and more. Such a fun bunch.

[@melshea2276]

Volunteer!🏔🏕👍👍👍👍✌️

[@Ramdinohikes]

Absolutely

[@sparkywunderdog2636]

Did Mr Peoples used to be the lead Ranger in GSMNP? That name is familiar.

[@Ramdinohikes]

Dk

[@joemorris5083]

Bob is retired Air Force and he taught at an At Risk school in Vermont. He bought Kincora Hostel in 1995 when he and his wife moved to Tennessee. He didn't work for the Park Service. He is one of a handful of living Appalachian Trail HoFers Class of 17 AT HOF and Museum

[@sparkywunderdog2636]

@@joemorris5083 I'm your old Quality Manager. You're doing outstanding work on the AT!

[@joemorris5083]

​@@sparkywunderdog2636Duane? Thanks man.....hope you are well

[@TRIChuckles]

Thank you !

[@Ramdinohikes]

You're welcome!

[@PapaHikes]

Ramdino rocks

[@Ramdinohikes]

Tks so much

[@nymph40]

@@Ramdinohikesan rolls

[@fortmountaingroundpounder]

⛰️🥾🪓⛏️🌲🌳🏕️

[@goodwaterhikes]

😎👍👍

[@jamesbailey9838]

The paint color is the same in both rooms. That's quite a coincidence, wouldn't you say?

[@Ramdinohikes]

Good eye, hadn't noticed

[@cheri7828]

I went to the TECC page but can't seem to find a place to make a donation. Can you get us a link?

[@Ramdinohikes]

I would just send it straight to their mailing address currently they do not have an online for for doing so

[@rubyjackson5630]

So how is the Creeper Bike Trail getting 660 Million Dollars to fix 17 miles in Virginia??

[@snodrog5]

"This appropriation comes from part of a $5.87 billion grant to the U.S. Forest Service as part of the American Relief Act of 2025.This money is part of the federal government’s response to the consequences of wildfires, hurricanes, and other natural disasters from across the country."

[@Ramdinohikes]

Considering it's the major economic impact for the region, I'm glad

[@rubyjackson5630]

@Ramdinohikes I'm glad their getting the help to cause I'm a big fan of AT . I watch a lot of channel's on the Trail every year!! That just sounds like alot Dollars to fix 17 miles when there is Devastion in so many areas!!

[@mtadams2009]

I like this discussion but it’s one sided. It’s your guest view. He kind of bad mouths other groups and no one is there from the other groups to explain their situation. It’s kind of what cable news has become. I was an essential worker and I worked on the big picture and I am sure our actions were often questioned. Though i was paid my crew and I worked like dogs night and day. I am not saying his views are incorrect but it’s only his views. Again thanks for keeping us posted on the AT. I am a member of the Green Mountain Club and they make it super easy to donate. They also keep us posted on trail upgrades they perform. This all said if you watch KZbin videos on the Long Trail you will read comments of people bad mouthing the GMC not doing enough.

[@Ramdinohikes]

Thanks for your comment and viewing. I would agree its one sided, but that's for a reason. I wanted to get his comments from his viewpoint. It was an interview and not a debate. I wanted to hear from the front line troop. I'm sure you can find the bureaucrats touting there work without my help.

[@JuneKoenig]

I'd prefer not to have so much complaining about the politics of these people who control the at trail.

[@Ramdinohikes]

You mistake politics for bureaucracy. No mention of politics was a part of the discussion.